Michael Spence on Censure and Censorship: Academic Freedom and Public Comment

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Channel: Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy (LKY School) · 2014 · Education

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Academics often claim the right to engage in public debate. Indeed, some would argue that it is their duty to do so. But how would university management and governing bodies respond when they express views that create public outrage or could even damage the reputation of the institution. Of what practical value is the concept of academic freedom?

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Event name: Censure and Censorship: Academic Freedom and Public Comment
 
Speaker: Dr Michael Spence, Vice-Chancellor and Principal, University of Sydney

Date: Monday, 10 March 2014

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